Weather in Hokitika in december 2024

The weather in Hokitika in the month of december comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics for all the month, but also navigating through the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout december

tolerable weather

Weather at 6am
56°F

Partly Cloudy

18%

Heavy rain

16%

Moderate rain at times

16%

Weather at 12pm
63°F

Partly Cloudy

19%

Moderate rain at times

16%

Heavy rain

13%

Weather at 6pm
61°F

Partly Cloudy

20%

Moderate rain at times

17%

Heavy rain

14%

Weather at 3am
54°F

Clear/Sunny

37%

Moderate rain at times

21%

Partly Cloudy

19%

Heavy rain

14%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Hokitika in december

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Hokitika in december.


The climate of Hokitika in december is tolerable

the weather in Hokitika in december is wet (with 14.6in of precipitation over 11 days). The weather is worst than the previous month since in november there is an average of 12.6in of rainfall over 10 days.

The climate is rather fresh around this city december, but it is endurable when dressing cosy. The thermometer averaged maximum of 63°F. In the morning the temperature drops to 56°F. Thus, the mean temperature average in december in Hokitika is 59°F. These temperatures are far removed from those records observed in Hokitika in the month of december with a maximum record of 74°F in 2017 and a minimum record of 45°F in 2009. You can expect to have about 11 days with temperatures up to 65°F, or 35% of the month.

On this month of december, day length in Hokitika is generally 15:19. The sun rises at 05:52 and sets at 21:11.

With a bad climate, the month of december is not the best time to go in this city.



December: another location in New Zealand?

If you want to go to New Zealand in december, there are destinations with better weather than Hokitika:

In december, Porangahau and Hastings have perfect weather.

Furthermore, Auckland, Christchurch, Rotorua, Wellington, Tauranga and Abel Tasman National Park have good weather.

more information about New Zealand's weather in december


Seasonal average climate and temperature of Hokitika in december

Check below seasonal norms These statistics are compiled from the weather statements earlier years of december.

December
Outside temperature
Average temperature 59°F
Highest temperature 63°F
Lowest temperature 56°F
Highest record temperature 74°F
(2017)
Lowest record temperature 45°F
(2009)
Number of days at +65°F 11 day(s)
(35%)
Sea temperature
Average sea temperature 63°F
Lowest sea temperature 59°F
Highest sea temperature 67°F
Wind
Wind speed 19km/h
Wind temperature 54°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 14.6in
Number of days with rainfall 11 day(s)
(35%)
Record daily rainfall 8.2in
(2010)
Other climate data
Humidity 85%
Visibility 8.98km
Cloud cover 44%
UV index 5
Daily sunshine hours 15
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 05:52
Time of sunset 21:11
Length of day 15:19
Our opinion about the weather in december
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable



How was the weather last december?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Hokitika in december 2023:

01-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
50°F to 61°F
02-12-2023
Light rain
52°F to 54°F
03-12-2023
Light rain shower
56°F to 59°F
04-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
56°F to 61°F
05-12-2023
Cloudy
52°F to 61°F
06-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
54°F to 59°F
07-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
54°F to 59°F
08-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 61°F
09-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 61°F
10-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
58°F to 61°F
11-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
54°F to 58°F
12-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
52°F to 58°F
13-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
50°F to 59°F
14-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
54°F to 59°F
15-12-2023
Light rain
52°F to 58°F
16-12-2023
Light rain shower
59°F to 63°F
17-12-2023
Moderate or heavy rain shower
61°F to 61°F
18-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
58°F to 63°F
19-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 63°F
20-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
52°F to 63°F
21-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
59°F to 67°F
22-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 65°F
23-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 65°F
24-12-2023
Light drizzle
61°F to 65°F
25-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 63°F
26-12-2023
Patchy light drizzle
59°F to 65°F
27-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
56°F to 65°F
28-12-2023
Cloudy
56°F to 67°F
29-12-2023
Moderate rain
59°F to 63°F
30-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 63°F
31-12-2023
Light rain shower
59°F to 61°F

Map: other cities in New Zealand in december

Cities near Hokitika:

Greymouth in decembergood weather
Franz Josef / Waiau in decembertolerable weather
Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park in decembertolerable weather
Westport in decembertolerable weather
Lake Tekapo in decembertolerable weather
Ashburton in decembergood weather
McKenzie Beach in decembertolerable weather
Nelson Lakes in decembertolerable weather
Christchurch in decembergood weather
Timaru in decembertolerable weather
Lake Ohau in decembervery bad weather
Haast in decembertolerable weather
New Zealand in december: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in december.

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Weather data for Hokitika in december:

Weather data for Hokitika for december are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Hokitika. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Hokitika can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Hokitika.


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